The
Internet can be a wonderful resource for kids. They can use
it to research school reports, communicate with teachers and
other kids, and play interactive games. Any child who is old
enough to punch in a few letters on the keyboard can literally
access the world.
But that access can also pose hazards to your children. Here
are some good resource links that will help keep your kids safe.
Just do a search for internet safety.
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TALKING
TV
Most
children spend more time with media than in school and more and
more time with media than meaningful conversations with their
parents.
A few tips on how to talk with your kids about TV.
Start
early in talking with your kids about TV, movies and other
media they might use.
Parents
learn quickly that telephones are like magnets to children. With
multiple cell phones and land lines ringing, children have greater
access to phone communication than ever before, and are more fascinated
than ever with their use. There are many web sites out there that
have great tips on telephone safety for your children. police
prevention tips-telephone CHILD-STRANGER-aware telephone tips
SAFE
AND HAPPY KIDS
Give
your children consist ant love and attention
Make sure your children are well supervised or you know where
they are at.
Avoid violent TV programs and video games.
Give your children rules and discipline.
Be a role model.
Check out these online links for information on how to keep your
children safe and happy. crime
articles time
nation article raising
happy healthy children
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